The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-eligible assistant professor position in the Regular Title Series. The position has an expected distribution of effort (DOE) of approximately 50% instruction, 30%
administration, 15% research, and 5% service through annual agreement with the Department Chair. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2024.

The successful candidate is expected to: 1) exhibit excellence in classroom instruction at both the
undergraduate and graduate levels; 2) direct the Accelerated Coordinated Program (ACP) in Dietetics, including maintaining program accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND); 3) mentor graduate student theses and evidence-based projects for students pursuing the MS in Nutrition and Food Systems; 4) develop a research program with an emphasis on student success, experiential learning, education abroad, innovative instruction and mentoring in dietetics, and other pedagogical-related projects; and 5) contribute to the multi-functional, land-grant mission of the Department through outreach and engagement efforts. For more information about the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, please visit
https://dhn.ca.uky.edu/.

Candidates must hold a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DCN) in the field of dietetics or human nutrition (or a related field), provide evidence of professional teaching and dietetics program management experience (>5 years), maintain the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) credential, document and sustain membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and demonstrate familiarity with ACEND standards for dietetics education. The main areas of teaching will vary and be established by department needs; however, a professional background or experience teaching in lifecycle and community nutrition, counseling, wellness, and/or sports nutrition is preferred.

Salary is commensurate with training and experience. Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with diverse rewards, focusing on your total wellbeing and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: www.uky.edu/HR/benefits.

Application materials should be in PDF format and include:
• Application cover letter describing background and expertise specifically related to this position
at the University of Kentucky
• CV
• Statements of teaching, dietetics program administration, and research interests (1-2 pages
each; upload under Special Request)
• Names and contact information for three references (upload under Specific Request)

The department’s Didactic program in Dietetics (DPD) and Accelerated Coordinated Program in Dietetics (ACP) are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). The dietetics and human nutrition curriculum incorporates high-impact experiential learning experiences including internships, undergraduate research, and international and domestic study programs. The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition has a rich tradition of community engagement and integration in Extension projects throughout the Commonwealth. Faculty service includes service on departmental and college committees and participation in student-focused events such as Commencement.

The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition resides in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, which has complementary strengths and collaborative opportunities. The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) is fulfilling the land-grant promise of educational excellence, civic leadership, transformational research, and shared knowledge serving the common good. We serve the people of the Commonwealth and across the world through education, outreach, service, and research by finding solutions to improve lives today and create a sustainable future. We integrate teaching, research, and extension in our work. We recruit, retain, and graduate students who are competent, responsible, and workforce ready. For more than 130 years, CAFE has provided research results to the community. From traditional labs and research farms to high-tech diagnostic and research centers, we offer science-based, practical solutions that affect the everyday lives of Kentuckians and people around the world. Our Cooperative Extension programs are engaged in Kentucky’s 120 counties, identifying and addressing needs not only in agriculture and natural resources, but also 4-H and youth development, family and consumer sciences, as well as community & economic development. We
create a welcoming and inclusive environment that allows our faculty, staff, and students to reach their highest potential. We recognize people with diverse backgrounds and experiences are essential to decision making, problem solving, and innovation each and every day.

The University of Kentucky is a university with approximately 23,000 undergraduate and 8,900 graduate students. UK is Kentucky’s flagship university and a land grant institution. We have a university commitment to improve the lives of Kentuckians and beyond and that is why environmental stewardship and sustainability are core parts of our institution’s legacy. We are recognized as a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Gold level Bicycle Friendly University by The League of American Bicyclists, and are recognized as a STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) Silver Rating by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. The university is geographically near downtown Lexington, which offers the vibrancy of an urban location while being in close proximity to working landscapes and recognized wilderness areas. It is a thriving community of 320,000+ with a strong commitment to quality of life, education, and the arts. Lexington is in the Bluegrass Region, an internationally acclaimed cultural landscape and agricultural region.

The University of Kentucky and the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment of mutual respect where all members of our community are able to fully engage, belong, and succeed. We support and welcome applicants of all identities such as but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, perspectives, beliefs, sexual orientation, national origin, religious belief, age, and, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity university. We encourage applications from women, minorities, and all interested and qualified people. The EEO Coordinator is Tim West, S-105 Agriculture Science Center North, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546-0091.